The Meinl Byzance cymbal produces a low-pitched sound, yet with very nice washy overtones. Warm and full-bodied stick response with a soft buttery feel. Huge spread with a long sustain. The Byzance Jazz Series from Meinl are authentic jazz cymbals handmade in Turkey from B20 bronze alloy. The sound is not too loud or too bright, but just what you need for traditional jazz.